Manager of Information Systems

MCHC Health Centers; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO + 9 holidays

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

FSA

Job summary

MCHC Health Centers is seeking an experienced Manager of Information Systems to lead the technology infrastructure that keeps our clinical and administrative teams connected, secure, and running smoothly. This role blends technical leadership with team development across multiple sites.

You will guide IT, security, and data management efforts, coordinate with vendors, and ensure systems align with organizational needs while supporting patient care and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or equivalent technical experience, or 3–5 years of IT management experience in healthcare.
• 2+ years of experience managing teams, including hiring and providing day-to-day direction.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, HITECH, the HIPAA Security Rule, and healthcare compliance requirements.
• Broad knowledge of IT systems, applications, databases, networks, hardware, and software.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and crisis management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead MCHC’s IT infrastructure, systems, networks, telecommunications, hardware, software, and cloud services across multiple sites.
• Maintain reliable and secure LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, server, virtual, workstation, laptop, mobile device, and VoIP environments.
• Manage cybersecurity controls, including firewalls, endpoint protection, encryption, MFA, patching, access management, and incident response.
• Implement HIPAA Security Rule and HITECH safeguards and address risks identified through Security Risk Assessments.
• Maintain and test IT Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans and coordinate technology recovery during outages or emergencies.
• Manage databases, data architecture, backups, integrations, and secure data exchange, including HL7/FHIR and other clinical interfaces.
• Lead and develop the Information Systems team while serving as the escalation point for complex technical issues.
• Manage IT vendors, software licensing, equipment procurement, documentation, audit support, and infrastructure and security recommendations.

Skills

IT management

Leadership

Cybersecurity

HIPAA/HITECH

Disaster recovery

Vendor management

Technical governance

Education

Bachelors IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Healthcare IT exp

Tools

Active Directory

VMware/Hyper-V

Microsoft 365/Entra ID

Job description

At MCHC Health Centers, delivering compassionate, high-quality care depends on having reliable, secure technology that supports our teams and the communities we serve. Our Information Systems team plays an essential role in keeping our health centers connected, protecting sensitive information, and ensuring staff have the technology they need to provide exceptional care. Guided by our values of Compassion, Integrity, and Service, we are looking for a leader who understands how strong technology systems contribute to a strong healthcare organization.

We are looking for an experienced Manager of Information Systems to lead the technology infrastructure that keeps our clinical and administrative teams connected, secure, and running smoothly. This role combines technical expertise with strong leadership, working closely with internal team members and external partners to ensure MCHC’s systems are reliable, secure, and aligned with organizational needs. If you enjoy solving complex technology challenges, developing a strong IT team, strengthening cybersecurity, and supporting systems that directly impact patient care, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Lead MCHC’s IT infrastructure, systems, networks, telecommunications, hardware, software, and cloud services across multiple sites.
• Maintain reliable and secure LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, server, virtual, workstation, laptop, mobile device, and VoIP environments.
• Manage cybersecurity controls, including firewalls, endpoint protection, encryption, MFA, patching, access management, and incident response.
• Implement HIPAA Security Rule and HITECH safeguards and address risks identified through Security Risk Assessments.
• Maintain and test IT Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans and coordinate technology recovery during outages or emergencies.
• Manage databases, data architecture, backups, integrations, and secure data exchange, including HL7/FHIR and other clinical interfaces.
• Lead and develop the Information Systems team while serving as the escalation point for complex technical issues.
• Manage IT vendors, software licensing, equipment procurement, documentation, audit support, and infrastructure and security recommendations.

We Offer a Cadillac Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or equivalent technical experience, or 3–5 years of IT management experience with at least 2 years in a regulated healthcare environment.
• 2+ years of experience managing teams, including participating in hiring and providing day-to-day work direction.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, HITECH, the HIPAA Security Rule, and healthcare compliance requirements.
• Broad knowledge of IT systems, applications, databases, financial systems, networks, telecommunications, hardware, and software.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and crisis management experience.

Technical Qualifications

• Systems & Cloud: Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365/Entra ID, VMware/Hyper-V, and infrastructure and security best practices.
• Networking & Telecom: Ability to work with internal team members and external partners to evaluate routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, VoIP, and network capabilities and ensure solutions align with operational needs and industry best practices.
• Cybersecurity: Experience supporting cybersecurity programs aligned with NIST/CIS frameworks, including EDR/MDR solutions, multi-factor authentication (MFA), patch management, and Security Risk Assessments (SRA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field with 6 years of networking experience in a healthcare setting, or 15+ years of equivalent healthcare IT experience in a leadership role.
• Previous supervisory or management experience.
• Experience in an FQHC, community health center, or other regulated healthcare environment.
• Experience with EHR/PM platforms and external Health Information Exchange (HIE) interfaces.